How to Make an Adorable Crochet Mouse

If you're on the lookout for a charming and delightful project, consider trying out a crochet adorable mouse pattern! These little critters are not only super cute but also a joy to create. With just some yarn, a hook, and a dash of creativity, you can bring this adorable mouse to life stitch by stitch.

From its tiny whiskers to its fuzzy tail, each detail will charm its way into your heart. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this project is a perfect way to add a touch of whimsy to your day. So grab your materials, settle into a cozy spot, and let the magic of crocheting whisk you away into a world of cuddly creations!

Materials

– 1 medium/4 worsted yarn – white

– Scraps of pink yarn

– 2.75mm crochet hook

– 1 pair of 6 mm safety eyes, black

– Polyester fiberfill for stuffing

– Stitch marker

– Yarn needle

– Pink ribbon

– Pink blush or eye make-up, and a small brush

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• st = stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase
• dec = decrease
• sl st = slip stitch
• rnd = round

Pattern

Head

• – With white yarn, start with a magic ring
• Rnd 1: 5 sc in center of the ring (5)
• Rnd 2: sc in each st around (5)
• Rnd 3: 2 sc in each st around (10)
• Rnd 4: [4 sc, inc] 2 times (12)
• Rnd 5: [5 sc, inc] 2 times (14)
• Rnd 6: [6 sc, inc] 2 times (16)
• Rnd 7: [7 sc, inc] 2 times (18)
• – With pink yarn, embroider the nose on the tip. Secure with a double knot on the other side.
• Rnd 8: [2 sc, inc] 6 times (24)
• Rnd 9 to 10: sc in each st around (24)
• – Insert the eyes between row 8 and 9, about 8 stitches apart. Start stuffing, and continue along the way.
• Rnd 11: [2 sc, dec] 6 times (18)
• Rnd 12: [4 sc, dec] 3 times (15)
• Rnd 13: [3 sc, dec] 3 times (12)
• Rnd 14: dec 6 times (6)
• – Fasten off, embroider the thread in the remaining stitches to close the hole. Weave in loose end.

Body

• – With white yarn, start with a magic ring
• Rnd 1: 5 sc in center of the ring (5)
• Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around (10)
• Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] 5 times (15)
• Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 5 times (20)
• Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] 5 times (25)
• Rnd 6 to 8: sc in each st around (25)
• Rnd 9: [1 sc, dec] 5 times, 10 sc (20)
• Rnd 10 to 11: sc in each st around (20)
• Rnd 12: [2 sc, dec] 5 times (15)
• – Start stuffing the body
• Rnd 13: sc in each st around (15)
• Rnd 14: [1 sc, dec] 5 times (10)
• – Fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing the body. Pin the body with the head, then sew them together by embroidering in the stitches. Weave in the loose end.

Legs (Make 2)

• – With white yarn, start with a magic ring
• Rnd 1: 5 sc in center of the ring (5)
• Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around (10)
• Rnd 3: [3 sc, dec] 2 times (8)
• Rnd 4: sc in each st around (8)
• Rnd 5: [2 sc, dec] 2 times (6)
• – Fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff the legs, pin them to the body, and sew them by embroidering the stitches together. Weave in loose ends.

Arms (Make 2)

• – With white yarn, start with a magic ring
• Rnd 1: 5 sc in center of the ring (5)
• Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around (10)
• Rnd 3: [3 sc, dec] 2 times (8)
• Rnd 4 to 6: sc in each st around (8)
• Rnd 7: [2 sc, dec] 2 times (6)
• – Fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

Ears (Make 2)

• – With white yarn, start with a magic ring
• Rnd 1: 5 sc in center of the ring (5)
• Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around (10)
• Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] 5 times (15)
• Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 5 times (20)
• Rnd 5 to 6: sc in each st around (20)
• Rnd 7: [2 sc, dec] 5 times (15)
• Rnd 8: [1 sc, dec] 5 times (10)
• – Fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the ears, but flatten them into shape. With a small brush and some eye makeup (or blush), dab the inside of the ears in pink. Sew the ears to the side of the head, about 2 rows from the eyes.

Tail

• – With pink yarn, ch. 18 (leave a long tail at beginning)
• Row 1: Starting at second ch from hook, make 16 sl st.
• – Insert one of the remaining thread into the stitches in the back of the body, and make a double knot. Hide the loose ends inside the body.